Leisure and laughter

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Photos by Conor P. Fry, student photographer

Whether the first week of classes or the semester's last, the Office of Student Engagement is on hand to fill those non-studying hours with a range of programming from personal empowerment to flat-out entertainment.

Last weekend, for instance, brought opportunities for wheels and squeals alike: The Field House was converted for a Friday "Throwback Roller Skating Night" and the Klump Academic Center Auditorium welcomed comedian/contortionist Jonathan Burns on Saturday.

With many more campus events in the pipeline, students are encouraged to visit the new Engage platform for a convenient heads-up.

Gliding across the makeshift rink

Energizing the evening with his playlist is DJ Brandon J. Malchano, of McKees Rocks, majoring in building science & sustainable design: architectural technology concentration.

Lights down, arms out

Now playing in a multipurpose venue: confidence and style

"Rolling" on the floor, smiling

Burns brings magic, juggling, comedy ...

... and bodily contortion to the ACC!

The uniquely talented Pennsylvania native, from Johnstown by way of Lancaster (and "America's Got Talent"), squeezes his frame through a tennis racket.